[Archaeological Institute of America](https://www.archaeological.org)

April 2026 (Nomination submission deadline)

Recognition award; no monetary prize specified; annual award (may not be given every year).

Honors individuals or organizations for exceptional public service advancing public understanding and preservation of archaeology and cultural heritage.

--- ## Description This award recognizes outstanding contributions to promoting public understanding, interest in, and support for archaeology and the preservation of the archaeological record. It celebrates the achievements of individuals, organizations, institutions, or corporations whose efforts have advanced appreciation, protection, and stewardship of archaeological heritage. Recipients may be recognized for public engagement, advocacy, education, policy influence, international cooperation, or innovative initiatives that ensure the archaeological record is valued and protected for future generations. The award is typically presented at the Archaeological Institute of America’s Annual Meeting. --- ## Due Dates - April 2026 (anticipated): Nomination submission deadline (completed nominations and all materials) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - This is a recognition award; no monetary prize is specified. - The award is presented annually, but may not be given every year. --- ## Eligibility - Nominees may be individuals, organizations, institutions, or corporations. - Nominees do **not** need to be members of the Archaeological Institute of America (AIA). - There are no restrictions on nationality or professional status. - The award may be made for a single outstanding achievement or for long-term contributions. --- ## Application Process - Nominations may be submitted by any AIA member or AIA committee. - Required materials: - A detailed statement of the nominee’s contributions, suitable for use in a citation. - All nomination materials must be received by Institute Headquarters by the specified deadline to be considered for the following Annual Meeting. - Nominations are reviewed by the AIA Cultural Heritage Committee, which makes a recommendation to the Governing Board. - The winner is typically notified in November and recognized at the AIA Awards Ceremony in January. --- ## Additional Information - The award highlights a broad range of public service activities, including awareness-raising, policy advocacy, education, international collaboration, and heritage protection. - Past recipients include federal agencies, legal advocates, heritage organizations, and individual scholars and practitioners. - The award is not necessarily presented every year; it is at the discretion of the review committee. --- ## External Links - [Outstanding Public Service Award Program Page](https://www.archaeological.org/grant/outstanding-public-service-award/) - [AIA Grants & Awards Overview](https://www.archaeological.org/programs/professionals/grants-awards/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [Contact AIA](https://www.archaeological.org/contact/) | | Email | [awards@archaeological.org](mailto:awards@archaeological.org) | | Address | 2000 Commonwealth Avenue, Suite 415, Auburndale, MA 02466 USA | | Phone | 857-305-9350 |

Outstanding Public Service Award - Archaeological Institute of America

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